Classic Dad Gifts

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Father’s Day is just around the corner. Check out these classic gift ideas for the most classic man in your life. It’s time to go above and beyond this year and celebrate your pops and treat him with something that he’ll really enjoy.

Getty Photo Print

Getty Images

Your dad is a work of art, so why not get him one? Check out Photos.com by Getty Images and choose fine photography from specialty galleries carefully curated by the Getty editors. Filter by favorite photographer, categories like sports or music, rooms to decorate, colors or style. You pick the print and the frame.Starting at $129 at Photos.com

Dockers Signature On-The-Go Khakis

Dockers

Your dad hates wrinkles — it's a fact. So why not get him a pair of khakis made with a pattened No Wrinkles finish. The Dockers Signature-On-The-Go khakis are made of moisture wicking fabric, and feature a jersey-lined waistband and breathable mesh pockets, making them the most comfortable pants he's going to wear this year. Starting at $29.99 at Macys.com

Goldbely App

Goldbely

Take his take-out to the next level. Check out the Goldbely app to ship choice meat offerings from all over the country — including the ultimate burgers from Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors made famous from the Food Network TV’s Meat Men. Other standouts are classic New York City hot dogs from Papaya King and Cajun crawfish from the Louisiana Crawfish Company.FREE at iTunes.apple.com

Persol 714 Sunglasses

Persol

Classic Persol sunglasses are timeless, just like your dad. Seek out the Icon collection and, in particular, the 649 worn by Marcello Mastroianni in Divorce, Italian Style and the foldable 714 series made famous by Steve McQueen in The Thomas Crown Affair. Locate a store near you at Persol.com

Sperry Boat Shoes

Sperry

While shooting from a helicopter, travel photographer Gray Malin snapped a picture of his very own Sperry-clad feet dangling over a beach and a very cool collaboration was born. You can find Malin’s prints on a variety of Sperry slip-ons to choose from, but we like the original Lisbon, two-eyelet boat shoe. Perfect for the preppy dad with a twist.$88.00 at Sperry.com

Ballpark Seat Pens

Uncommon Goods

If you can’t get to the ballpark, bring the ballpark to him.These ballpark seat pens are crafted from actual salvaged stadium seats, as the stadiums were being demolished and remodeled. It's almost as good as season tickets (but not quite).$150.00 at Amazon.com

Dockers Original Alpha Khakis

Dockers

Yes, your dad is from a certain generation, but it's time to introduce him to a new generation of khakis with these Original Alphas from Dockers. Slim fit, preogressive and stylish, these are the perfect pants to get him to toss away those "dad jeans". Starting at $29.99 at Macys.com

Great Expectations 3 Oz. Flask

Izola

This “Great Expectations” Flask is perfect for toasting your accomplishments and reliving all the times you made his dreams come true. Equally perfect for forgetting the time he had to bring the bail money.$27.95 at Amazon.com

Gents Sailor Cap

Gents

If he’s a baseball cap-wearing kind of dad — and what dad isn’t — have him trade up to the Rolls Royce of caps. The Gents signature Sailor Cap comes in all sizes and has a silver anchor embroidered on the front. $48.00 at Gentsco.com

Garmin Approach S6 Golf Watch

Garmin

For the golf-loving dad, there's Garmin’s Approach S6 Golf Watch. This super-light watch is pre-loaded with maps of 38,000 different international courses and will find the pin even if his ball can’t. It also offers blind shot assistance and TempoTraining technology to fine-tune his shot.$399.99 at Buy.garmin.com

Creed Green Irish Tweed

Creed

Green Irish Tweed from Creed smells woody and fresh like the Irish countryside. Hollywood leading men Cary Grant, George Clooney and Clint Eastwood have all been known to wear a splash of this spicy, green, sporty cologne. After all, isn’t dad the real star here?$285.00 at Amazon.com

Dockers Iron Free Khakis

Dockers

Your dad never went to the office in a pair of pants like these. Dockers Iron Free Khakis are a combination of comfort and convenience and still manage to remain stylish. Since he's a busy man, these are the perfect gift for him — he can wear them straight out of the dryer without having to put an iron to them. Starting at $29.99 at Macys.com

Shinola Wallet

Shinola

Buy American and get him this classic bi-fold wallet from Shinola, made in Detroit. Handcrafted and marked with raw cut images, this wallet is pared down simplicity. The vegetable-tanned leather will get better and better with age, just like dear old dad.Starting at $125.00 at Shinola.com

Bowery Lane Bicycle

Bower Lane Bicycles

Does he have one speed, and one speed only? Bring him this single speed bike from Bowery Lane Bicycles. They're simple, handsome, handcrafted and welded in NYC. There is nothing fussy about this clean two-wheel machine that's perfect for riding around town. $550.00 at Bowerylanebicycles.com

Dockers Field Khaki

Dockers

For those laid-back lazy days that our dads love, these Field Khakis from Dockers are slim-fitting and cut lean, giving him the perfect mix of relaxed and stylish all in one. This is a staple for any classic dad. Starting at $29.99 at Macys.com

Decoupage Glass Tray

Ben's Garden

Tell him how you feel by letting this decoupage glass tray do the talking. Look to Ben’s Garden for trays and paperweights with sentimental sayings that could make even the toughest of tough guys well up.$54.00 at Bensgarden.com

Harry's Father's Day Shave Set

Harry's

Put him on a plan. Set him up with some fresh shaving products and blades to be delivered right to his door. Look to Harry’s Shave to keep him smooth and nick-free by starting him off with this Father’s Day Shave Set. It comes with the signature Winston razor, foaming gel and engravable stand.$30.00 at Harrys.com

Hey Handsome Shaving Kit Bag

Owen & Fred

Send him packing with this “Hey Handsome” canvas travel kit from Owen & Fred. This lightweight grooming kit weighs in at 18 oz. and is the perfect size to fit all of dad’s lotions and potions. It’s soft, packable and lined in easy-to-clean nylon if something should spill.$68.00 at Nordstrom.com

Dockers Pacific-On-The-Go

Dockers

Every dad is a busy man. So whether it's a day at the office or just a day running errands, Dockers Pacific On-The-Go khakis are the perfect gift for him. Their technical design and moisture-wicking fabric make them the ideal gift for the man that's always in motion.$39.99 at Macys.com

Wilderness Recliner

GCI Outdoor

Take a seat. The Wilderness Recliner adjusts to sloping terrain so he won't roll downhill. It's perfect for camping, watching sports and relaxing at the beach. He can fold it up easy enough and the backpack carry straps will leave his hands free to schlep mom's gear as well. $59.99 at Amazon.com

Spartan Damascus Limited Edition Swiss Army Knife

Victorinox

Swiss Army knives are one of the original gadgets and, unlike his iPhone, dad actually knows how to use all of the features. With that in mind, he’ll love this limited edition version from Victorinox. The Spartan Damascus is made of smooth Yew Wood and has a Damascus main blade. This is the perfect gift for a collector.$250.00 at Amazon.com

Dockers Comfort Khakis

Dockers

For those casual-yet-classy moments, Dockers Comfort Khakis are the way to go. Tell him to put these on with a crisp, clean white shirt — the perfect combo for the most classic of dads. Starting at $34.99 at Macys.com

Ben Watts: Montauk Dreaming

Damiani

Everyday is a beach day and the surf is always up in Montauk. Traveling and surfing dads alike will appreciate famed photographer Ben Watts’ sundrenched love letter to Long Island with his new book Montauk Dreaming.$45.00 at Barnesandnoble.com

Beard Oil Sample Kit

Brooklyn Grooming

For the bearded father, check out Brooklyn Grooming Company’s Beard Oil Sample Kit. Hipster or not, he needs to take care of his beard. These oils will moisturize his face, stop any flaking and make his beard smell great.$49.00 at Brooklyngrooming.com

Orvis Tacky Fly Box

Orvis

He’s a catch and a serious angler. Gift your favorite fly fisherman the latest and greatest tacky fly box from Orvis. Fits right in a pocket or in his favorite fishing vest, and the sticky sheets hold between 90-180 flies. That’s plenty of tackle to land the big one. $24.95 at Orvis.com